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Professional Projects

A selection of key initiatives and projects I have led throughout my career.

Note: All images are my own.

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Quarry Pumping Systems

Designed and installed two significant Quarry Pumping Systems at Breedon to ensure adequate dewatering of a new quarry bench and provision for future bench extensions deeper into the quarry.

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Deep Translate - Context Translation Tool

A project developed with GPT-4 to translate messages with additional context for more accurate conveyance of text meaning for contacting international suppliers.

Currently at https://kenodonnell.ie/DeepTranslate/
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Inventory Application Approval System

Acted as Product Manager for a software project to upgrade an Inventory Application Approval System with a small team of Power App developers.

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Kiln Pyrometer Camera Systems

Installed two Kiln Pyrometer Camera systems used for temperature monitoring. Specified pipe routes, and CAD work to locate the best views without access into the live process.

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Structural Steel Platforms

Worked with structural engineers and fabricators to design and install Structural Steel Projects including three large platforms and two hoists.

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Machine Lubrication Cost Saving

Led an improvement that reduced equipment lubrication by a significant degree, saving the business €10k p/a.

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